During the year, I always make about two holidays by car. Actually, much too little because you can stop by car almost everywhere as you are mobile and you can make several stops on a journey. The ride from Cologne to Kitzbühel did not last too long. I made a stop in Munich for 2 days.
This time, the 5-hour drive on the Ford Edge was flying. The Mid-size SUV has a unique entertainment system and as soon as I connected my iPhone to the USB port, the party started! First, the most important apps on my iPhone were displayed on the monitor which is located on the dashboard of the car. At the same time, my iPhone played my favorite playlist directly and the gigantic sound in Ford let me sing along, loudly, to the songs, whether it was Carols or Taylor Swift. My passenger was happy that I could not sing for 5 hours long.

I also tested the hands-free system. Brilliant! My whole family had to be on the phone with me. After that, I dictated and sent an SMS to each person via the hands-free system. Puuuhhh! Now I need a nap… Let the chair drive back automatically and enjoy the view through the panoramic roof.

At the H2 Hotel in Munich, we were able to park our Ford Edge behind the hotel for free. Although we did not arrive until about 1 am, but since the “Frischeinsel” is open 24/7, we could still quickly take a pasta to our room. You can get 3 days stay in Munich, including breakfast from about 35 € per person. The spacious rooms enabled me to bring my 2 suitcases and my purchases. I also love the big windows. The separate bathroom allows you to go to the bathroom while the other showers. Hence, no one has to wait and comply. In the morning, you should not miss the breakfast and the chococino (cocoa and cappuccino). Important for all sports enthusiasts – there is a gym in the H4 next door. But you come through a passage over to the gym and sauna.

If you love the luxurious lifestyle, the discerning nightlife, and the stunning natural beauty, Mykonos is the perfect Greek island for you.
While Santorini is famous for its sunset, Mykonos has made a name for cool clubs and great parties. If you want to experience it to the fullest, there is no better place than the Cavo Tagoo Hotel. Often, 5-star hotels are rather conservative and fussy, but the Cavo Tagoo Hotel is the absolute opposite.
Wenn ihr den luxuriösen Lebensstil, das anspruchsvolle Nachtleben und die atemberaubenden Naturschönheiten liebt, ist Mykonos die perfekte griechische Insel für euch.
Während Santorini bekannt ist für seinen Sonnenuntergang, hat Mykonos sich einen Namen für coole Clubs und große Parties gemacht. Wenn ihr es in vollen Zügen erleben möchten, gibt es keinen besseren Ort als das Cavo Tagoo Hotel.

When we arrived at the port in Mykonos, I was really thrilled by our shuttle driver, Nick. Nick entertained us very well with cool lounge music on the 4-minute drive from the port to the hotel. He even recognized us in the evening when we were at the Mykonos city center and he took us back to the hotel. Although Mykonos is only about 10 minutes walk from the hotel, we did not have to walk because of Nick’s help. He is such a cool and nice guy.

Back to our trip 🙂 … As soon as we arrived, I was astonished! In the glamorous and modern lobby, I immediately felt welcome. At the pool, I could directly recognize some blogger colleagues. Later, I noticed that not all guests were bloggers ;-), but many in the Cavo Tagoo Hotel simply like to use the scenery and take pictures of themselves. I liked it a lot! It did not bother anyone when it took about an hour to get my perfect breakfast pic. In general, I felt very comfortable doing what I wanted to do without being stared at.

Overall, we spent 3 days on Mykonos and could not leave our hotel because it is so relaxing and cool. Each room, suite, and villa is individually decorated and all have a private Jacuzzi bath and a sea view. We were lucky and could enjoy our own pool on our terrace.

At Cavo Tagoo Mykonos, you really experience the “Golden Side of Life”.

During the winter time, you either ask yourself if you should go skiing or fly into the sun. That’s not the only opportunity you have during autumn and winter. Don’t you want to do something different? Then you should definitely try Reykjavik! A short trip with unforgettable experiences of nature. As almost every trip to the sights start from Reykjavik; it is the best place to be!

How to get to Reykjavik?

I flew from Dusseldorf to Reykjavik by AirBerlin. The return ticket costs 250€, which includes one suitcase. I know that Eurowings, Wow Air and Icelandair also fly to Reykjavik and are cheaper most of the time. It is important to know that all international flights fly to Keflavik, which is 40 minutes away from the Reykjavik. Only domestic flights fly to Reykjavik airport. The bus from Keflavik to your hotel, in Reykjavik, costs around 20-25€ (one-way). You can either choose between Gray Line or Flybus. The public transport is not much cheaper and takes way longer!

Where to stay?

Luckily, I could test one hotel and one apartment in Reykjavik. 22 Hill Hotel is in a great location, just off the main road to the city centre.

It took me around 10 minutes and I was already on the shopping street. The staff is extremely friendly, informative and helpful. Coffee is always free on each floor. Unfortunately, the WIFI was a bit slow, which is not too bad, because you surf less and talk more! My room was spacious and clean! I loved the big TV! If you have to leave early to catch a flight, you will get a “take away breakfast”.

I’m afraid that I was not really impressed by the breakfast hall and the breakfast itself but that’s only my personal opinion. The breakfast buffet had everything you need but it was not beautifully presented. Furthermore, the kitchen staff tried the marmalade with his knife just next to me. I really enjoyed the delicious bread!

I am still amazed when I think about the stunning apartment! The name says it all! The gigantic view over Reykjavik’s main shopping street beautified my stay. It was hard to leave the apartment for any sightseeing as it is so adorable!

I ate the grill fish feast menu. The best of the menu was the starter, the Hallgrims Shellfish soup with scallop, blue mussel, shrimp and fennel. I also liked the grill fish combo and of course, the dessert. The atmosphere is really nice and comfortable. The friendly staff of the modern restaurant is more than helpful.

You almost always have a line when you go to the canteen style restaurant, but it is worth the wait and the line goes by quickly. All the salads are tasty and the portions are really gorgeous. My favourite is the chocolate cake with cream.

Find out more about what you have to do in Reykjavik in my article HERE.

It took me only 10 minutes by tram to get to the most beautiful neighborhood, Jordaan, in Amsterdam. After a 4 minute walk across quaint little bridges and canals, I arrived at the hotel, Mr. Jordaan. Why it’s called Mr. Jordaan? In honor of the hotel’s pre-owner who knew everything about the neighborhood Jordaan and passed his knowledge to today’s employees.

1st impression of Mr. Jordaan

When I was in front of Mr. Jordaan, I did not expect that the marvelous canal house was a hotel. Entering in the world of Mr. Jordaan, I was impressed by the interior design. Mr. Jordaan did not look like a typical hotel, it looked like a home. The staff treated me like a member of the Jordaan family. Behind every wall is a little treasure so that you can explore the hotel during the stay and get surprised every day.

The room

Well… What should I say… It is difficult to describe if you have not been there… Have you ever felt so amazed that it is difficult to put that experience into words? That’s why I recorded my room in the penthouse suite with a stunning view above the neighborhood. The room was not very big but all in one it was very comfortable, exciting, quiet, lovely, modern, different and fascinating. You will see that the interior designer paid so much attention into detail that there is nothing to complain about! See more in the video and images below.

Perks

As if it is not enough to live in such a wonderful place, you also have water, tee and all types of coffee for free during your whole stay! Furthermore, you get two plastic bottles to refill your water whenever you want and you find “to go” cups next to the coffee machine. The WIFI works very well at the hotel so if you are on a business trip or addicted to the internet, you do not have to worry about it! Additionally, the hotel provides a 24/7 Whatsapp service. So wherever you are or whatever you need, just text them and they will help you. On my way out, I saw that Mr. Jordaan offers tours or bikes for an affordable price. For those, who want to read more about Amsterdam, feel free to use the travel magazine in your room.

Breakfast

Depending on what rate you book, you have breakfast already included. If not, you have the option to book it one day in advance and get a discount of 2,50€. If you have not booked it in advance you will pay 17,50€ for the breakfast. I really liked the breakfast because it has everything that I like such as boiled eggs, muesli, fruits, yoghurt, cheese, ham, salmon, jam, Nutella, bread, croissants and chocolate sprinkles. But I read that vegans could not really find something for breakfast and some expected a larger selection for the price. Try it yourself! You will not be disappointed! It is very tasty and if it is not your thing, you could still go to one of the dozens cafes around the hotel.

Location

You will not find any better location than this one. It is just a one-minute walk away from the famous Anne Frank house, five to Damstraat and ten to the Rijksmuseum. The tulip museum, cheese museum and the best apple pie with cream in town are just 5 minutes away by foot. Jordaan is the most attractive neighborhood in Amsterdam with its beautiful canal houses, quirky little shops, art studios and loads of authentic Amsterdam bars & cafés. If you want to know more about what to do in Amsterdam, read this article.

Country hotel Seppenbauer is the ideal accommodation to escape from the crowded tourist areas in Carinthia. St. Salvator in Friesach is only 35 minutes away from Klagenfurt and the beautiful Wörthersee.

At the hotel in St. Salvator, you have loads of leisure possibilities. On a rainy day, you can stay at the hotel and spend the day in your luxurious and spacious room. I haven’t slept in such a comfortable bed for a long time. The shower is also like heaven.

The gym is the place to go for those, who need to be active. Trainers will be available to answer questions or to help you with your fitness plan. You are also welcome to train on your own.

Afterwards or even the whole day, the gigantic and exquisite sauna area will brighten your day!

For lunch or dinner you don’t have to leave the hotel either. At the hotel’s restaurant, you get traditional and delicious Austrian food.

What to do?

Hiking – The hiking trail to Friesach is only 5km long. At Friesach, you will discover a wonderful historic city. You can have a mining tour or just explore the old town.

Leisure centre Osla – Relax at the artificial lake and appreciate the numerous leisure activities. The entry costs only 2€.

Hochosterwitz – Hochosterwitz is a famous castle in Carinthia and is only 25km away from the hotel.

Klagenfurt – Spend a day at the stunning Wörthersee. It is only a 35min drive, which is totally worth it. Around the lake you will find several public bathing beaches and leisure activities. I rented a SUP for example.